Khrushchev is a very small apartment, in which it can be quite difficult to place all the necessary furniture. Therefore, if you want to equip a separate dressing room, you have to resort to unusual options. Most often, a pantry becomes a storage room.
Storerooms in Khrushchevs are most often located in a hall that serves as a walk-through room.
Basic requirements for converting a pantry into a dressing room in Khrushchev
Content
- Basic requirements for converting a pantry into a dressing room in Khrushchev
- Ergonomic options
- Middle zone in the dressing room
- Upper zone
- Dressing room finishing options
- Lighting and ventilation decoration
- Finishing materials
- Wood
- Particleboard and MDF
- Plastic
- Options for the doorway in the dressing room
- VIDEO: Dressing a dressing room in Khrushchev.
- Photos of interesting design ideas for a dressing room in Khrushchev:
The layout of the Khrushchev house provides for a small pantry, which can be very well adapted to a dressing room. However, for full and comfortable use, such a room must meet a number of requirements:
- have an area of at least 2 sq. m, since otherwise the minimum set of storage places cannot be placed;
- have a pre-provided place for changing clothes, as well as a large growth mirror;
- be equipped with a high-quality ventilation system to avoid the appearance of an unpleasant odor;
- have a separate area for storing outerwear with a height of at least one and a half meters and a depth of at least half a meter;
- have an area for short clothes with a height of at least one meter and a depth of at least half a meter.
The second acceptable option is a storage room at the end of the corridor, from which there is an exit to different rooms.
It should also be borne in mind that a too narrow or long room is not suitable for refurbishment. The small size will not allow turning the room into a full-fledged mother-in-law room in the Khrushchev.
The room will definitely need to install a ventilation system and good lighting.
Ergonomic options
For the most efficient use of limited space, it is worth carefully planning its arrangement. As you can see in the photo of a small dressing room in the closet in the Khrushchev, it should be equipped with sliding systems, in the niches of which you can place a pantograph or a shoe rack. It is convenient to divide the space into two zones and work consistently with each of them.
How to distribute the space of the future dressing room depends on the area and shape of the room, as well as on individual preferences.
Middle zone in the dressing room
This is the most used part of the wardrobe in Khrushchev. It is filled with shelves, hanger bars and drawers. The booms can be parallel or perpendicular depending on the depth of the cabinet.
In order not to make a mistake with the choice, before planning, it is recommended to look at the numerous photos of the dressing rooms in the Khrushchev instead of the pantry.
Shelves and drawers are best placed at eye level. Instead of boxes, you can use transparent boxes or mesh metal baskets. In the first case, things are easily visible, which makes it easier to find them. In the second case, they are also well ventilated, which has a beneficial effect on clothing.
How convenient the dressing room will turn out from the pantry in the Khrushchev and how long it will last depends in part on the chosen storage system.
Note! The best option for the middle area would be racks with open shelves. Their use greatly facilitates the search for things and allows them to be constantly ventilated.
Upper zone
At the very top of the dressing room, drawers or shelves should be placed for seasonal items and for those that are rarely used. A ladder may be required to access these shelves. Below you can place shoes and hats that will not be relevant in the near future. These items do not require a lot of space, and a section with a height of 20 cm and a depth of 25 cm is perfect.
The most practical and functional are do-it-yourself dressing rooms from the pantry with a frame storage system.
Dressing room finishing options
The creation of a dressing room in Khrushchev instead of a pantry implies a stage of cleansing the room from the things stored there and a small cosmetic repair. Even if possible, the walls should not be demolished, since the dimensions of the pantry are optimal for transformation into a dressing room.
Due to the absence of side shelves, such a system looks light, and the room seems more spacious.
If necessary, you can correct defects and unevenness in the floor and walls. You shouldn't paint the walls or use expensive finishes, as the scale of the room will make such changes almost invisible.
It would be best to simply whitewash the walls and lay a wooden floor on the floor.
Important! You need to paint the walls with water-based paint to avoid getting things dirty.
It is very important for the dressing room to provide ventilation. It is good if the walls and floor are breathable without emitting unpleasant odors. Otherwise, an excessive increase in humidity may occur.
To make a dressing room in the pantry, you must first study all the features of its construction.
Wood flooring is desirable, but it is possible to replace it with laminate flooring. However, in this case, care must be taken to maintain optimal humidity. This can be done by placing special moisture-absorbing bags throughout the room.
It should be borne in mind that the design of the storage system is selected individually, taking into account the dimensions of the room.
Lighting and ventilation decoration
Since the dressing room is closed most of the time, it is very important to provide good ventilation in it. Otherwise, not only an unpleasant odor may appear, but also dampness and mold.
The design of the premises is selected taking into account the general style of the apartment. It is advisable that the dressing room does not stand out too much from the existing interior.
For a small room, you should not equip a separate ventilation system; an exhaust fan or air conditioner will be enough. The latter is even more preferable, since it not only refreshes the air, but also filters it, removing germs and dust.
Dressing rooms for men are usually more modest and consist of only a few basic elements - bars and shelves.
Light is also important. It shouldn't be too bright, so as not to harm things. The choice of the main lamp in the form of a low-power incandescent lamp (about 40 W) or a halogen lamp would be optimal. Auxiliary lamps can also be used to create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere.
Since the room is small in size, coatings of light shades are most often used for finishing the floor and walls.
Note! A relay can be installed on additional lamps, which, when they are turned on, will extinguish the overhead light.
For a small room, do not use large lamps, as the shadows from them will visually reduce the space. It is better to choose many small lamps, spreading them evenly over the entire area of the dressing room.
To make the room more comfortable and practical, you need to install a good lighting system.
The light on the shelves will help you find the things you need faster. Lighting devices in the form of spotlights should be placed in the walls of the cabinet, on each rack. At the same time, for maximum convenience of orientation, you can use lamps with colored diodes, highlighting different categories of things in a certain color.
Additional equipment for compact storage will help to make the room more modern.
It is best to use LED lights as they do not heat up the surrounding space or affect things. They also consume a little electricity and are so small that they can fit several pieces on one shelf or along the perimeter of the cabinet.
Shelves are organized under clothes, and only those things that are used daily are stored on them, so they will change taking into account the changing season of the year.
It is worth placing bright light sources near the mirror, such as incandescent lamps of 100 W or more economical lamps of comparable power.
High-quality and uniform lighting is created, allowing each person to examine themselves and look for the right things in the room without any problems.
Important! The light from a source of such power must be diffused, as otherwise vision may be damaged.
Finishing materials
The photo of the dressing room in Khrushchev shows that the finishing materials should have a smooth surface, and also not leave marks on things. It is worth choosing moisture-resistant coatings that are easy to clean. They can be similar in appearance to the decoration of the adjacent corridor.
If the size of the room allows, then you can additionally install a sofa or ottoman for sitting.
Wood
It is an environmentally friendly material with good moisture absorption and high aesthetic characteristics. However, using it to decorate a dressing room is not the best idea due to the high cost and whimsicality. Even a small chip can deprive the finish of its former attractiveness.
It is advisable to choose the organization in such a way that in the farthest corner there are cabinets where outerwear is stored.
Particleboard and MDF
These are practical and budget materials that are fairly easy to install without danger of damage. They have an impact-resistant edge that protects against chips and scratches. Also chipboard and MDF are presented in a wide range of colors, which will make the design of the room more interesting.
In front of the exit, a small space is left for changing clothes, and this is where a mirror should be located.
Plastic
Highly decorative material with a variety of colors and textures. Also, its installation is extremely simple, and the price is quite affordable. Its disadvantage is its airtightness, due to which it can only be used in walk-in closets with good ventilation.
Plastic is unpretentious, does not require special care and does not accumulate dust.
Options for the doorway in the dressing room
The following types of doors are used for the dressing room:
- Swing. Suitable for fairly spacious rooms, since they take up some space when opened.
It is not recommended to highlight the dressing room against the general background of the apartment.
- Compartment doors. Optimal for a small room due to space saving.
A narrow dressing room from the pantry is best done in light colors, using mirrors.
- Screens-partitions. Satisfied with the exquisite option that allows you to create a unique design. Can be replaced with blackout curtains.
A properly organized dressing room allows you to place shoes, clothes, and various accessories in a small area.
VIDEO: Dressing a dressing room in Khrushchev.
Photos of interesting design ideas for a dressing room in Khrushchev:
A walk-in closet is a fairly convenient tool for systematic storage of things. With proper planning, it can be equipped even in a small Khrushchev space.
To get a better idea of how a dressing room looks in a one-room Khrushchev, you can familiarize yourself with photographs of various projects.
